Lawson: a Stranger on the Darling

Meet Henry Lawson, one of Australia's most beloved writers, through this engaging young readers' biography. Follow his journey from a hardscrabble childhood in the bush to becoming the voice of the Australian outback. HarperCollins brings Lawson's world to life—the struggles, the poetry, and the raw beauty of colonial Australia that shaped his unforgettable stories and verse. Perfect for young Australians discovering our literary heritage, history enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the person behind the iconic poems.